2004 BMW 325 vs. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | RX 4 Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
